
Understanding mental capacity, best interests and the role of the Court of Protection
Following a presentation by Shareen Tanvir, Head of Property and Affairs at Simpson Millar, for The Silverlining Brain Injury Charity, this article explores the Mental Capacity Act 2005, best interests decisions and the role of the Court of Protection. It explains how mental capacity is assessed, the responsibilities of Deputies and the safeguards available to protect individuals' rights. It also explores how people recovering from brain injuries may regain control of their financial affairs and maintain independence.








